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How to Say "anonymous letter" in Spanish

The Spanish word foranonymous letteris anónimoB2 level.

English → SpanishB2
nounB2
a physical message sent without a signature
An envelope with a question mark on it, resting on a wooden table.

Examples

La policía analizó el anónimo en busca de huellas.

The police analyzed the anonymous letter for fingerprints.

Le enviaron un anónimo amenazante.

They sent him a threatening anonymous note.

No deberías creer lo que dice ese anónimo.

You shouldn't believe what that anonymous note says.

The Noun 'Anónimo'

When used as a noun, 'un anónimo' specifically refers to the piece of paper or the message itself, not the person who wrote it.

Confusing the letter with the person

Mistake:El anónimo entró en la casa.

Correction: El autor anónimo entró en la casa (or) Alguien anónimo entró.

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